RCMP steps up patrols across Alberta for Thanksgiving long weekend
Alberta RCMP is pairing increased traffic patrols with a Special Weather Statement covering much of the province this Thanksgiving weekend.
Why it matters
Alberta drivers heading out for the long weekend face both increased police enforcement and a provincewide weather advisory affecting road conditions.
Alberta RCMP is launching enhanced traffic enforcement across the province for the Thanksgiving long weekend as part of Operation Impact 2026, a national initiative coordinated by the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police aimed at cutting down preventable collisions, injuries and deaths.
Cpl. Mike Warman of Alberta RCMP Traffic Services said the force has noted a concerning trend in fatal collisions on provincial roads and is calling on all road users to make responsible choices. This year's campaign theme is "Safety is in YOUR hands."
RCMP are reminding drivers to avoid impaired, fatigued, distracted and aggressive driving, to buckle up and secure child safety seats properly, and to preset devices like GPS and radio before setting off rather than adjusting them while driving. Motorists who see dangerous or impaired driving over the holiday weekend are asked to call 911.
The enforcement push comes as a Special Weather Statement is in effect for many parts of Alberta, adding another factor for drivers to consider during the holiday travel period.
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